Oana Chiru

Oana Chiru is a counsellor with 15 years of practice who helps people manage anger alongside stress, anxiety and life transitions. She works with individuals on concerns such as relationships, self-esteem, grief, trauma and addictions. She offers sessions in English, French and Romanian and accepts international clients.

Her method blends several therapeutic styles to match what a person needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Client-Centred approaches, alongside trauma-focused work and EMDR when appropriate. Sessions tend to be conversational and aim to uncover patterns that keep problems repeating while finding practical steps forward.

Clients can expect a calm, non-judgemental space where they are listened to and helped to notice different perspectives. The emphasis is on understanding what matters to the person and building skills to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning. Work may include values clarification, grounding and coping strategies, and exploring difficult memories when safe to do so.

Oana explains things plainly and helps people set realistic goals they can try between sessions. She supports those dealing with parenting strain, chronic illness, body image concerns, ADHD and issues linked to attachment and abandonment. Her approach is flexible and adapts as the client’s needs change.

With a British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy registration, she brings a steady presence and a practical focus to therapy. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and then arrange sessions according to the available times.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Oana uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them and take small steps towards those values. ACT often includes simple exercises in breath work, noticing thoughts, and setting short, practical goals that can be practiced between sessions.

She also uses Client-Centred Therapy, which focuses on listening and reflecting back what the person is experiencing. This approach helps clients feel heard and make sense of their emotions before deciding on next steps.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options with the client and test what fits best for their needs and goals, adjusting methods as progress is made. This is a collaborative process where the person's preferences guide the plan.

The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm which online options are available before booking. Many people find online therapy helps fit sessions around work, reduces travel time and makes it easier to keep regular appointments. Online sessions also allow a focus on short practical exercises, written reflections, and check-ins that can slot into everyday life without major disruption.